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I think it has to do with the expression on Inaba-chan's face. There is hardly any change in the anime, yet with the novel illustration she looks quite a bit shy about what she's doing. I guess the "shyness" factor is why I feel the novel scene is more "erotic".

Man, I'm still stuck on chapter 5 of the novel and 4 of the manga. And ya'll are talking about things happening 5 volumes in the future. Maaaaaan, ain't fair! Welp, time for me to start up my japanese learning lessons again...

This is my first post here so I am sorry if I make mistakes. According to you guys, there is an epic confession from Taichi towards Inaba at the church. I am quite interested in that and can someone describe how Taichi confess if that wont break forum rule. Thx

This is my first post here so I am sorry if I make mistakes. According to you guys,

Spoiler for major spoiler:

Spoiler for really major spoiler, not kidding:

there is an epic confession from Taichi towards Inaba at the church. I am quite interested in that and can someone describe how Taichi confess if that wont break forum rule. Thx

Spoiler for Major spoiler regarding pairings and relationships by the end of Vol.7:

For those trigger happy spoiler clickers, if you are not looking for spoilers related to pairings/relationship development, please turn back now.

Spoiler for Point of no return, click if you're 100% sure:

These are events of Vol.7, the most recent arc of the main storyline.

First off, the new phenomenon led to a heated disagreement between Taichi + Yui and Inaba + Aoki, and especially between Taichi and Inaba. The arc revolves around the theme concerning of Taichi's "White Knight" motif.

By Chapter 7, Inaba proved to Taichi the errors of his approach. However during their debate Taichi still didn't seem to understand, so Inaba ended the conversation by telling him that she was both disappointed and disgusted of how Taichi's completely lost himself (something along the line of being obsessed with chronic hero syndrome, imposing ideals and abusing a power that doesn't belong to him), and that they should break up.

Well, that looked pretty grim there. Anyway skipping details. Taichi messaged Inaba to give him one last chance to talk.

After confirmation, Taichi found Inaba at a local church. I'm gonna skip the reflection talk details. Taichi declares that in order for him to fulfill his dream and identity, despite any differences they might have, he needs (he used that word for the first time) Inaba by his side, and that he loves her and would want her to be his girlfriend, in a really assertive manner that Inaba commented: It's almost like you're proposing to me >///<

Taichi completed the confession by giving her a pendant, and then show her his own, both being part of a pair set, before he finally kissed her. Note that this time it's Taichi initiating the kiss (for the first time in the series!) Did I mention all of these happened in the church with only the two of them?

DAMIT, WHY DON'T YOU TWO JUST GET MARRIED ALREADY!?

It's all those bread crumbs and little details through out the course of SEVEN volumes converging into one single climax that makes it so awesome (and sweet.) Why the hell am I squealing like a little girl... >///<

Not sure. The title hasn't been finalized yet on the official website, but the numbering does indicate it's main story vol 7 instead of side story collection. Main story vol 6 atogaki mentioned the author planned to end the series on book 9 though so unless the newfound popularity from the anime change the author's mind, this should be the final volume.

Not sure. The title hasn't been finalized yet on the official website, but the numbering does indicate it's main story vol 7 instead of side story collection. Main story vol 6 atogaki mentioned the author planned to end the series on book 9 though so unless the newfound popularity from the anime change the author's mind, this should be the final volume.

Ah I see, I only asked because I've heard snippets of rumors about the final arc being split into two volume.

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Originally Posted by CNine

what happen to Iori?in vol 7

Spoiler for Iori Vol 7:

Spoiler for confirmation?:

Iori took on the role of "Best Friend", "Guardian Figure", "Mentor" and "Creepy Shipper".
Post-Vol.4 Iori is made of 200% awesome now that she has realized her identity. Don't mess with serious mode Iori. Certain someone found the hard way.

For those trigger happy spoiler clickers, if you are not looking for spoilers related to pairings/relationship development, please turn back now.

Spoiler for Point of no return, click if you're 100% sure:

These are events of Vol.7, the most recent arc of the main storyline.

First off, the new phenomenon led to a heated disagreement between Taichi + Yui and Inaba + Aoki, and especially between Taichi and Inaba. The arc revolves around the theme concerning of Taichi's "White Knight" motif.

By Chapter 7, Inaba proved to Taichi the errors of his approach. However during their debate Taichi still didn't seem to understand, so Inaba ended the conversation by telling him that she was both disappointed and disgusted of how Taichi's completely lost himself (something along the line of being obsessed with chronic hero syndrome, imposing ideals and abusing a power that doesn't belong to him), and that they should break up.

Well, that looked pretty grim there. Anyway skipping details. Taichi messaged Inaba to give him one last chance to talk.

After confirmation, Taichi found Inaba at a local church. I'm gonna skip the reflection talk details. Taichi declares that in order for him to fulfill his dream and identity, despite any differences they might have, he needs (he used that word for the first time) Inaba by his side, and that he loves her and would want her to be his girlfriend, in a really assertive manner that Inaba commented: It's almost like you're proposing to me >///<

Taichi completed the confession by giving her a pendant, and then show her his own, both being part of a pair set, before he finally kissed her. Note that this time it's Taichi initiating the kiss (for the first time in the series!) Did I mention all of these happened in the church with only the two of them?

DAMIT, WHY DON'T YOU TWO JUST GET MARRIED ALREADY!?

Spoiler for Aoki x Yui:

So I'm guessing Yui is Aokis consolation prize after all that or does it mention any development between those two? Reason I'm asking is because at the rate Baka-Tsuki is translating, it'll be like 5 years before they get to that volume [/sarcasm]. And I don't want the supporting male character get left out.

So I'm guessing Yui is Aokis consolation prize after all that or does it mention any development between those two? Reason I'm asking is because at the rate Baka-Tsuki is translating, it'll be like 5 years before they get to that volume [/sarcasm]. And I don't want the supporting male character get left out.

Spoiler for Aoki x Yui:

Spoiler for Just in case:

Despite their disagreement, they never blatantly fall out like Taichi x Inaba did during that arc. In fact, Aoki never wanted to stand against Yui, but he decided that he had to uphold his rationality regarding the phenomenon (partly due to his family being involved). But they did advance their relationship by having Yui overcoming her phobia, tossed aside her naive/idealistic vision of love and initiated the confession. They've officially become couples by the end of the volume. I'd say Aoki is THE one man that had stayed true to himself ever since the start of the series (probably the main reason why Heartseed doesn't enjoy watching him). These two came a long way

So I'm finally up to speed with the second novel finished and the third one on my shelf (my impulse to buy it was released ).

All I wanna say is that I hope the anime can show all the monologues and all that since some major shitstorm is definitely gonna happen and they're gonna stay away from each other, what with all their impulses being released at the same time.

Spoiler for not yet in anime:

Basically the part after the fight between Aoki and Taichi and Iori.

But then, it is anime... There's only so much they can do in the end. Even the surprise ending (of the anime, ie volume 4) might seem to come out of nowhere if they don't include some of the monologues, especially of Iori and Taichi.

EDIT: Reading the posts above, basically the new novel is now another main story and not a third short story collection? (9th novel released overall)

Despite their disagreement, they never blatantly fall out like Taichi x Inaba did during that arc. In fact, Aoki never wanted to stand against Yui, but he decided that he had to uphold his rationality regarding the phenomenon (partly due to his family being involved). But they did advance their relationship by having Yui overcoming her phobia, tossed aside her naive/idealistic vision of love and initiated the confession. They've officially become couples by the end of the volume. I'd say Aoki is THE one man that had stayed true to himself ever since the start of the series (probably the main reason why Heartseed doesn't enjoy watching him). These two came a long way

Spoiler:

Sounds like he's the 'everyday mans' man. Good for him and I'm happy that for once a supporting character actually defeated the old anime tropes.

Indeed. I'm also worried about vol 4 adaptation the most. Oh well, I always have low expectation on ln adaptation these days, which is why I always treat the first 3 episodes of anime as a teaser to read the novel . Original work banzai !!!